Stormwater Management

Responsibilities

Stormwater Management is responsible for:
  • Stormwater education and outreach to the community
  • Erosion control and stormwater management for new and redevelopment construction sites
  • All illicit discharge related events
  • Pollution prevention plans implementation
  • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) permitting and compliance

Renew Our Waters
Renew Our Waters
Every Choice Counts
  1. sweeping grass

    Unlawful to Deposit Grass Clippings in City Streets

    The City of Manitowoc is asking residents to keep all grass clippings or other yard waste out of the City streets and alleys. Read on...
  2. fertilizer

    Responsible Herbicide and Fertilizer Use on Lawns

    The City would like to remind residents to use fertilizers and herbicides responsibly and sparingly on and around their yards. Read on...
  3. Street Sweeper

    2025 Street Sweeping Parking Ban

    The mission of the City’s Department of Public Infrastructure is to clean city streets to provide safe conditions for all modes of transportation and to help keep our lakes and rivers clean. Many of the storm sewers lead directly to Lake Michigan, the Read on...
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  1. What is stormwater pollution?
  2. What can I do to prevent stormwater pollution?
  3. Who do I contact if I have a question about stormwater?
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